Top 50 Astros of all time

October 2, 2012

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9. Nolan Ryan, RHP (1980-1988)106-94 with a 3.13 ERA in 1,854.2 IP, with 1,866 Ks, an ERA+ of 110 and 26.2 Wins Above Replacement. On top of giving the franchise boost of credibility when he signed as free agent after the 1979 season, led league in ERA twice (1981, 1987) and helped Astros capture two division titles. (TIM JOHNSON / Houston Chronicle)

9. Nolan Ryan, RHP (1980-1988)106-94 with a 3.13 ERA in 1,854.2 IP, with 1,866 Ks, an ERA+ of 110 and 26.2 Wins Above Replacement. On top of giving the franchise boost of credibility when he signed as free agent after the 1979 season, led league in ERA twice (1981, 1987) and helped Astros capture two division titles. (TIM JOHNSON / Houston Chronicle)